Authenticity as the Foundation for Wellness

Authenticity empowers us to align body, mind and spirit. This month’s focus explores yoga, breathwork and the gut-brain connection. Trust your body, embrace balance, live true. Read More »

Celebrate Young Creativity and Compassion This September

The Peace Kids to the Rescue Art Show and Silent Auction returns September 5, 2025, at Millersville University’s Ware Center, showcasing youth artwork, community projects and fundraising for local causes. Read More »

Empower Your Health at Five-Day Event With Barbara O’Neill

Twin Valley Holistic Health and Wellness hosts Self-Heal With Barbara O’Neill, a five-day immersive program October 14–18, 2025, offering natural healing strategies, expert talks and a Saturday vendor market. Read More »

Awakened Heart Yoga Teacher Training Registration Now Open

The Nest Collaborative in West Reading invites aspiring yoga teachers to its 2026 Awakened Heart 200-hour training, fostering self-awareness, compassion, and authentic teaching starting March 24, 2026. Free information session taking place on September 28, 2025. Read More »

Experience Expanded Sound Healing at Soundwise Health

Soundwise Health Associates and School of Harmonic Therapy in Lancaster expand their studio for group sound healing, starting with Second Sunday Sound Healing on September 14, 2025, featuring sitarist John Protopapas. Read More »

Discover the Joy of Wellness at This Year’s Guts and Glory Expo

The 12th annual Guts and Glory Digestive and Wellness Expo takes place October 4, 2025. at Jim Dietrich Park, Reading, featuring 100+ vendors, health demos, fitness sessions, food and an Inflatable Colon Exhibit. Read More »

Make Pack House Cottage Your Fall Getaway

Escape to the Pack House Cottage, in Quarryville, for a cozy autumn or holiday retreat. Enjoy a fully equipped cottage, charming yard, homemade treats, and nearby attractions. Read More »

Craft Your Own Clean Beauty With GSL Organics

GSL Organics invites you to hands-on Soap & Candle Making Classes on September 13, 2025, in Quarryville. Create personalized soaps, candles, and face spritzers using organic, skin-loving ingredients. Read More »

Explore Holistic Living at the Greater Wellness Holistic Expo in Lebanon

The Greater Wellness Holistic Expo on September 7, 2025, at Lebanon Expo Center North Hall, features 80+ vendors, demos, guest speakers and activities for exploring natural healing and holistic living. Read More »

Connecting Community With Yogic Tradition: Kula Kamala Ashram Offers Universal Teachings and Restorative Practices

Kula Kamala Ashram, in Berks County, is a nonprofit sanctuary offering yoga, spiritual education, wellness programs, retreats, and community outreach, fostering peace, healing, and inclusive spiritual growth. Read More »

Celebrate National Yoga Month With West End Yoga

West End Yoga Studio, in Lancaster, celebrates National Yoga Month with Unlock & Ascend, offering events, sales and a $45 first-month unlimited membership for new students. Read More »

Expand Your Knowledge at Connections in Women’s Health

Luz Medicine hosts Connections in Women’s Health on November 22, 2025, at Eden Resort & Suites, offering expert talks, networking, lunch and education on women’s wellness and reproductive health. Read More »

Pasture-Raised Turkeys Ready for Thanksgiving

Livengood Family Farm is now taking preorders for pasture-raised Thanksgiving turkeys. Fresh, never frozen, these GMO-free birds are available for pickup in Lancaster or Philadelphia. Read More »

Precise and Effective Care for Chronic Pain and Disability: Restoring Clients to Greater Health and Mobility With Dr. Tracey Ramirez

Dr. Tracey Ramirez, at Restored Balance Upper Cervical Center in Lancaster, helps patients with chronic pain, fibromyalgia, and connective tissue disorders regain function through gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic care and her Myostretching program. Read More »

Take a Courageous Step Toward Healing at Elemental Wellness

Elemental Wellness in Wernersville offers holistic, trauma-informed care for individuals, couples, and families. Services include therapy, yoga-based practices and counseling. Read More »

Take Your Practice to New Heights With Rooftop Yoga

Bldg. 7 Yoga hosts Rooftop Yoga on September 10, 2026, offering city skyline views, sunset, a one-hour class, drink, pretzel, and free parking for all levels. Read More »

Feel Stronger From Home With Virtual Pilates

CMB Pilates, led by Christine Betances, now offers virtual private sessions with group classes coming soon, providing accessible, mindful workouts for all levels via Zoom. Read More »

Kwee-Jack Salmon Season Delivers Flavor, Family and a Few Hungry Bears

Kwee-Jack celebrates three generations harvesting wild Alaskan salmon this year. Their 2025 season offers sushi-grade sockeye, smoked varieties and nationwide shipping, with local pickups across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Read More »

Revitalize Your Health and Glow With Blossom Med Spa's New Service

Blossom Med Spa expands this October with acupuncture, joining services like sauna, halotherapy and sound therapy. The Lancaster spa also offers advanced skin care, laser treatments and ZO Skin Health products. Read More »

Discover Your Light at Hope Noted Summit

The Hope Noted Summit on September 27, 2025, at Pineapple Manor, in Millersville, offers a day of healing, creative expression, and connection, featuring sound baths, yoga, forest therapy and an inspiring keynote. Read More »

On the Cover

Our September cover brings together two creative women: Monica de Vitry of Flow Mamas and photographer Michelle Johnsen. They're sharing their unique talents in guiding others toward authenticity, connection, and community. Read More »

Find Your Flow With Accessible Chair Yoga

Willow Yoga Studio introduces chair yoga classes Mondays, Wednesdays, and Tuesdays, offering gentle, supported sessions to improve flexibility, balance, strength and relaxation for all abilities. Read More »

From Butterflies to Balance Easing the Back-to-School Transition with Heart

Back-to-school transitions can be stressful for kids, but mindful routines, open conversations, nutritious snacks, calm spaces, and careful observation help them feel supported, safe, and confident. Read More »

Basic Fruit Shrub Recipe

This simple fruit scrub recipe highlights seasonal flavors and adds a healthy twist to sparkling water, cocktails, salads, and more. Read More »

Balancing the Gut: Investing in Our Inner Ecosystem

Gut microbes shape digestion, immunity, and mood—but stress, meds, and processed foods can disrupt balance. Small lifestyle shifts help restore this vital inner ecosystem. Read More »

Patrick Hanaway on Healing the Whole Person

Dr. Patrick Hanaway shares his insights on access to functional medicine and its benefits as well as the role of gut microbiome and food on our health. Read More »

Sweet and Tart: The Joys of Homemade Fruit Shrubs

Fruit shrubs, tangy syrups made from fruit, sugar, and vinegar, offer gut-friendly benefits and a sustainable way to preserve seasonal produce. Read More »

Farro Salad With Apple Spice Shrub

Toasty farro, sweet potatoes, apples, and kale shine under a bright apple spice shrub dressing in this hearty fall-inspired salad. Read More »

Fig Shrub Panzanella

This roasted squash and sourdough panzanella gets a bold upgrade with fig shrub vinaigrette, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella. Read More »

Wild Rice Side Dish

Pomegranate shrub, pistachios, and wild rice come together in a vibrant, herb-laced salad that’s sweet, tart, and packed with texture. Read More »

A Gentler Grip on the Wheel of Life

Letting go of rigid control can reveal life's spontaneity, much like a dancer trusting muscle memory when the music begins. Read More »

Ocean Harvests: Eco-Friendly Benefits of Seaweed

Seaweed farming improves marine ecosystems, sequesters carbon, and offers sustainable food, fertilizer, and plastic alternatives. Read More »

Gut Restorative Yoga: Poses That Bridge the Gut-Brain Axis

Gentle yoga poses and breathwork can ease digestive issues by activating the parasympathetic system and supporting gut-brain harmony. Read More »

Oral Health Benefits of Yoga: Surprising Ways To Improve a Smile

Yoga may help prevent gum disease by reducing stress-driven inflammation and supporting posture, breathing, and oral microbiome balance. Read More »

Childhood Friendships: How To Support a Kid’s Social Development

Supporting children’s friendships means modeling calm, emotional presence and letting kids navigate social growth with empathy and trust. Read More »

Guide to Canine Hormonal Balance: Strategies To Overcome Spay-Neuter Syndrome

Early spaying or neutering may disrupt canine hormone health; natural diets, herbs, and glandular support can help restore balance. Read More »

Food Companies To Discontinue Food Dyes

Major food brands will remove synthetic dyes by 2026, responding to health concerns over behavioral effects in children. Read More »

Global Integration of Traditional Medicine

WHO’s new strategy supports research and regulation of traditional medicine while protecting Indigenous rights and safety standards. Read More »

Cranberry Products for Urinary Tract Infections

Cranberry juice and capsules may prevent UTIs in susceptible groups, but show limited benefit for pregnant women and the elderly. Read More »

Youth Develops Heart Disease Detector

A 14-year-old's AI app detects heart issues via smartphone audio, achieving 96% accuracy in early trials across two countries. Read More »

Heavy Metals in Rice

Arsenic was found in all U.S. rice brands tested; long-term exposure raises health concerns, especially for infants and pregnant women. Read More »

Endangered Butterfly Benefits From Hurricanes

Hurricanes help Schaus’ swallowtail butterflies by promoting new growth of key host plants, boosting a once-dwindling population. Read More »

Our Universe Proposed as a Computer Simulation

A new theory suggests gravity may be an information-saving function in a simulated universe, challenging current physics models. Read More »

The Dirty Suitcase

Suitcase wheels harbor more bacteria than toilet seats, including staph and E. coli, raising hygiene concerns for frequent travelers. Read More »

Only One Country Is Food Secure

A global study found only Guyana fully self-sufficient in key food groups, highlighting risks in global food security. Read More »

Eco-Friendly Cattle

Feeding seaweed to grazing cattle cut methane emissions by 38%, offering a promising climate solution without impacting weight or health. Read More »

Packing School Lunch With Zero Waste

Zero-waste lunch packing with reusable containers and homemade snacks helps reduce landfill waste and encourages healthier eating habits. Read More »